Goddess Skandamata – The Fifth Form of Navadurga

Goddess Skandamata – The Fifth Form of Navadurga

Worship Date in 2025:26th September 2025 (Friday)

Significance & Benefits

Worshipping Skandamata on Day 5 of Navratri brings:

• Maternal blessings and protection for children
• Wisdom, compassion, and emotional healing
• Success in parenting and family harmony
• Relief from Mercury-related astrological issues

Ways to Invoke Her

• Chant: Om Devi Skandamatayai Namah
• Offer: Bananas, milk, sweets, and marigold flowers
• Rituals: Reciting Durga Saptashati, offering bhog with devotion, and meditating on her with child Kartikeya
• Wear: Yellow attire to reflect nurturing energy

Know about Skandamata- Day 5 Navratri Goddess

Goddess Skandamata is the fifth aspect of Navadurga, the nine forms of Goddess Durga worshipped on 07 Oct 2024 Monday during Navratri on Panchami. She is the mother of Lord Skanda, also known as Lord Kartikeya, the commander-in-chief of the gods. Her name means "the mother of Skanda," she is also known as Padmasana Devi, as she sits on a lotus. She is the goddess of love, motherhood, and purity.

Goddess Skandamata is worshipped on the fifth day of Navratri.

• Goddess Skandamata originated from Goddess Parvati, the consort of Lord Shiva. After Sati, the first wife of Shiva immolated herself in her father's sacrificial fire, Shiva became detached from the world and went into meditation. Meanwhile, a demon named Tarakasura performed a severe penance and obtained a boon from Lord Brahma that he could only be killed by Shiva's son. He thought that Shiva would never marry again and thus became invincible. He started to oppress the gods and humans with his tyranny.
• The gods sought the help of Lord Vishnu, who told them that Parvati, the daughter of King Himavat, was the reincarnation of Sati and destined to marry Shiva. He also advised them to seek the help of Kamadeva, the god of love, to awaken Shiva's desire for Parvati. Parvati also performed a rigorous austerity to please Shiva and win his heart.
• Finally, Shiva and Parvati married, and their union resulted in a potent seed that six Krittikas, or star-goddesses, nurtured. The seed grew into a handsome and brave child named Skanda by Shiva and Parvati. He became the leader of the gods' army and killed Tarakasura in a fierce battle. Thus, Parvati became Skandamata, the mother of Skanda.

The Iconography of Goddess Skandamata

Goddess Skandamata is depicted as a four-armed and three-eyed goddess who rides on a lion. She holds her son Skanda in her lap in one hand while the other hand is in the gesture of blessing (varada mudra). Her two upper hands hold lotuses, symbolizing her purity and grace. She is fair-complexioned and wears a bright red saree. She sits on a lotus throne, which signifies her connection with Vishuddha chakra, the fifth energy center in the human body.

The Worship of Goddess Skandamata- 5^th Day of Navratri

This year, Goddess Skandamata is worshipped on the 5 day of Navratri October 07, 2024, Monday of Navratri, which falls in September or October according to the lunar calendar. She is also worshipped on Panchami tithi (the fifth lunar day) every month. Her worship bestows the devotees with salvation, power, prosperity, and wisdom. She also grants the blessings of motherhood and love to those who seek her grace.

The Legends of Goddess Skandamata

There are many legends associated with Goddess Skandamata and her son Skanda. One of them is about how Skanda got six heads. When Parvati gave birth to Skanda, she entrusted him to the six Krittikas for his care and protection.

Planet controlled by Goddess Skandamata

Goddess Skandamata is said to control the planet Mercury (Budha) in astrology. Mercury represents intelligence, communication, logic, and learning. Those who worship Goddess Skandamata can enhance these qualities and overcome any obstacles related to these domains.

The Significance of Goddess Skandamata

Goddess Skandamata is significant for her devotees as she represents the purest form of love and compassion. She teaches them to be selfless and devoted to their children and family. She also inspires them to be courageous and righteous in their actions. She helps them attain spiritual enlightenment by activating their Vishuddha chakra, which governs speech, expression, and creativity. 

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